Saltwater pools avoid the famous chlorine odor that standard pools are known for by utilizing an electrolytic chlorine generator (ECG). This device separates the salt in the water to create chlorine, which sanitizes the pool without producing chloramines, the chemical responsible for skin, eye, and lung irritation in regular chlorine pools. If your dog loves to swim, use the guide below to learn whether your four-legged friend can use a saltwater pool.

A Guide to Dogs & Saltwater Pools

Can dogs swim in saltwater pools? The answer is yes! Saltwater pools contain considerably less salt than the ocean or any other body of water that dogs around the world love to splash in. Ocean water contains salt concentrations of 35,000 parts per million (ppm) compared to 3,000 to 5,000 ppm in its pool counterpart. Since these pools do not feature chloramines, the water won’t irritate the dog’s skin or dry it out.

Safety Tips & Considerations

Saltwater pools may be safe for canines, but you still need to think about the animal’s safety. In addition to ensuring your dog can swim in the pool, always have someone watching them, especially if they have thicker hair. The hair can become weighted in the water and make getting out of the pool a challenge.

Provide plenty of cold water for your dog to drink. Use a ceramic bowl, which keeps the water cooler, and encourage your dog to drink it in between dips in the pool. Having fresh water available keeps the dog from drinking the saltwater and possibly getting sick. Saltwater poisoning symptoms in canines include diarrhea, lethargy, vomiting, seizures, tremors, and excessive urination or thirst.

Remember to rinse your canine off with your garden hose after every saltwater session. Rinsing with fresh water cleans the canine’s skin and fur so that the salt doesn’t dry and irritate it.

Saltwater pool installations and repairs are among the many services from Practical Pools & Ponds LLC in Robertsdale, AL. Whether it’s time for pool repair or replacement services, you can count on the business that’s served the region for over 20 years. Call (251) 945-4769 today to get started or learn more about pool services online. Keep up with their latest specials by liking and following their Facebook page.